SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB605
SBININBB605 belongs to State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB605 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 605 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Tfcpc, Chennai |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBIN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 605 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses BIC SBININBB605?
SBININBB605 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tfcpc, Chennai, a unit of State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB605, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB605?
SBININBB points to the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB605 is Tfcpc, Chennai. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SBININBB605 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does State Bank of India have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.
What happens if I use SBININBB605 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBININBB605 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.